Helping cattle feeders manage business risk
Every business comes with risk, but the savvy business person is one who manages and minimizes those risks. That’s why ACFA partnered with Continue Reading
View ArticleDr. Joyce Van Donkersgoed wins award for contributions to cattle care
Joyce Van Donkersgoed is a valued member of the cattle feeding sector who we’ve written about in previous posts on this blog. Her Continue Reading
View Article2017: Cattle feeders’ year in review
This past year saw a number of challenges arise that gave cattle feeders cause for concern, such as changing legislation and regulations, taxation, Continue Reading
View ArticleHow funding for the New Era Beef Industry will benefit all beef producers
This fall, Alberta’s beef producers will vote in a province-wide plebiscite on the industry’s checkoff program. The issue at hand is whether the Continue Reading
View ArticleMicro-machine helps reduce feedlot waste
Feeding cattle the best diet for growth is a complicated business. Now, new technology is making it not only easier to do but Continue Reading
View ArticleHow roller-compacted concrete is improving cattle health in feedlot pens
Alberta’s cattle feeders are always looking for innovations that will contribute to their excellent standards of animal care and improve the sustainability of Continue Reading
View ArticleTest your cattle feeders knowledge
Throughout 2018, we have provided you with insights and facts on Alberta’s cattle feeding industry. This holiday, take a few minutes to test Continue Reading
View ArticleMark your calendar for the Alberta Beef Industry Conference
The Alberta Beef Industry Conference is less than two months away, taking place at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel from March 12-14, 2019. Continue Reading
View ArticleThink you know the facts about beef production and the environment?
If you think you’ve got all the answers about how beef production impacts the environment, test your knowledge in this fun quiz. How Continue Reading
View ArticleCattle feeders get serious about dust
On February 11, the Alberta Cattle Feeders’ Association hosted an information session in Picture Butte, AB, about the challenges of dust management in Continue Reading
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